Author: Christine D'Aquila

The Mother Of Massage Tables – Nuage Vector™ Studio by Living Earth Crafts!!!

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When I started massage school many moons ago, I would have never dreamed up a table better than the Nuage Vector™ Studio by Living Earth Crafts!

The quality of the Living Earth Crafts line is unparalleled and this table is no exception!


With so many options to choose from for color, cushioning, width and even a face cradle with sound, you’re basically building your dream table. Now for the truly awesome features of this table….

It’s all electric which, if you’re used to having wooden knob adjustments to raise/lower your table – you’ll adore this!

It has chroma therapy lighting – if you’re not familiar with this, I highly suggest checking it out. The use of colored lighting has been shown to be helpful with relaxation.

My favorite feature is the embedded digital table warmer. I’ll say it again, it has a built-in digital table warmer. No more annoying cords to stumble over or table warmers bunching up anywhere.

A few more unique features include acoustic resonance, embedded Bluetooth® stereo speakers, Apple iPad® control system, meditative nature journeys—seriously, there isn’t anything else you need on a table to offer an amazing experience to every single client.

If you’re looking to take your business to the next level, you’ve found it!

Don’t forget you can finance equipment and furniture so you can keep your cash flow flowing!

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Post Holiday Stress Relief!

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It’s no surprise that people are feeling the stress of the holidays. From running around getting gifts and/or cooking supplies (finding parking!) to holiday travelling…there’s no shortage of stress related aches, pains and worn out nerves!

Here are two perfect massage oils for soothing your clients holiday stress!

Option 1:
In a dark (amber or blue work great!) glass bottle, mix 3 drops of rosemary essential oil and 3 drops of cinnamon essential oil with 1/4 cup of grapeseed oil or any carrier oil you prefer (coconut oil is always a best seller!). Put the lid on the bottle and shake well. It’s as easy as that!

Option 2:
In a dark bottle, mix 4 drops of spruce essential oil, 3 drops of eucalyptus oil with 1/4 cup of carrier oil. Put the lid on and mix well. This is a super popular mix this time of year!

Give the client any excess oil in a smaller new glass bottle to take home as an added little touch!

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Freeze Muscle Pain Away!

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Topical Pain Relief Gel is something that never goes out of style. Muscle pain happens no matter how hard we try to avoid it. With winter months coming with snow in some places, shoveling pain is something people are already dreading.

Be ready to easily provide soothing relief with the Soothing Touch® Freeze – Cold Therapy Topical Pain Relief Gel! You’ll be stocked up and ready to go for all your clients aches and pains!

It penetrates quickly to relieve aches and pains related to acute and chronic sore muscles, joints, and general pain. It can be applied to sore areas on the body daily. Soothing Touch® Freeze is clinically recommended and has a fast acting effect. Suited for professionals on hard working hands or on larger muscle areas, this gel will provide a long lasting effect with consistent use

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An Organic Massage Product To Make Your Clients Ooh and Aah

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More and more people are requesting products that are all natural or organic, especially when it comes to things that are absorbed into their skin.

There are different reasons people request organic products such as:
  • Sensitive Skin Issues
  • Earth Friendly Reasons
  • Prior experience
  • Health Benefits
One of my favorite organic massage product lines is from Lotus Touch. I had tried other organic lines before and some didn’t have the right glide, some were too greasy, while others were absorbing too quickly. A friend recommended I try the Lotus Touch Organic Naturals Massage Kit. At such an affordable price I couldn’t pass up giving it a shot. I prefer working with cream or lotion rather than oil but do have a few clients who prefer oil so this kit was perfect.
I was pleasantly surprised at how well this product worked. The glide was perfect; I was able to do both light and deep work easily with a small amount of lotion/oil. It had the right amount of absorption where the client felt the luxurious feel of the lotion while I still had optimal control and there was no greasy excess.
I used it on a few of my repeat clients who were used to my regular lotion and they were in love. In most cases, after having used the Lotus Touch Organic Naturals, they wanted it as their regular.
Another great aspect of this line is that they are not only certified organic and paraben free, they also contain no nut oils – a strong concern for anyone with even a slight nut allergy.
Check out Pure Spa Direct to view our full Massage Selection!

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Holiday Retail Spotlight: Bioelements Radiance Rescue

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Still looking for a last minute retail item to boost holiday and New Year sales? Bioelements Radiance Rescue to the rescue!

A powerful combination of white truffle, caffeine and murumuru butter to help wake up worn down skin, deliver immediate glow, improve lines, under eye puffiness, and increase moisture. Murumuru butter is known as being highly emollient and moisturizing, making it great for keeping skin looking amazing this season!

Take a look at the entire Bioelements line to see what else may be a perfect fit for your clients!

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Pregnancy Massage

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If you aren’t already trained in pregnancy massages, it is a great addition to add to your credentials. Women, during any time of their pregnancy, can appreciate the benefits and overall feel-good aspects of receiving a massage. You don’t want to miss out on an entire client population by not being able to accommodate pregnant women!!!
Many times, loved ones are looking for a great gift for a pregnant woman and a gift certificate for a massage will definitely make her feel great!
If you have room to designate for pregnancy massage then I highly recommend looking into a table designed specifically for pregnancy massage such as the Spirit Pregnancy Table Package by EarthLite
If you don’t have the ability for a designated room, a great product you can have on hand for pregnant women is the Pregnancy Cushion and Headrest by EarthLite
Which ever route you are able to go, by having the right tools to provide pregnancy massage, you can open up an opportunity for incredible business growth!

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Summer Scalp Treatment!

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Many people tend to forget about their scalp/top of the head when it comes to summer sun care. Here is a great treatment for clients who may be dealing with dry, itchy scalps to help provide some cooling relief:

In a rubber mixing bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon fine dead sea salt, 1 tablespoon wheatgerm oil, 5 drops peppermint essential oil and 4 drops of tea tree essential oil. Place the bowl in a mud warmer or hot towel cabinet to keep warm until ready to use.

Shampoo and rinse, give a light towel dry and apply the warmed mixture to the scalp. Gently massage the scalp for about 10 minutes. Remove with a light shampoo and rinse – that’s it!

Simple, effective and cooling!

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Product Of The Week: ULTRA-COMFORT Electric Spa Table by Equipro

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If client comfort is a concern or if you aim to go above and beyond in every aspect for your clients, when was the last time you laid on your treatment table? Is it just as comfortable as it was when you first got it? Is the upholstery crack free and the foam nice and thick? If you have to think about the answer, it may be time to think about upgrading.

The ULTRA-COMFORT Electric Spa Table by Equipro is an excellent choice for comfort, functionality and is currently on sale! This bed is fully adjustable with an easy-use foot control and is ideal for everything from waxing, facials, injectables, massage, pedicures and body treatments! One of my favorite features is that it lowers all the way down to 19″ making it awesome for any clients who have reduced mobility.

With various options for color, width, armrests and remotes, you can customize this to fit your style. It also comes with a 2 year manufacturer warranty – double the standard industry warranty!

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Taking Care Of Your MVP—-YOURSELF!

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Sometimes with our busy schedules between work and home we tend to let our own bodies take a backseat to everything else.

An important factor to your success lies in taking care of yourself.
After all, if we are not at our best and living the lifestyle we promote to our clients then we cannot perform at our best.

There are many different ways of making sure you are supporting yourself despite your busy schedule.

Some great products for using in the office include:

Don’t forget to take time out at least once a month to pamper yourself. Whether it is massage, spa treatments, chiropractic treatments or anything else that will help you to unwind and rejuvenate your body and mind.

If you are at your best, it will show through to in your demeanor and in your work.

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Cold Hands and Your Sales

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As a perpetually cold person, having someone touch my skin with cold hands is startling and uncomfortable.

Any time I received a massage and the therapist had cold hands, that was the last time I went there. Harsh, I know, but true. That initial jolt of cold when the opening effleurage started, would amp every nerve in my body up and I would spend the rest of the time trying to get back to a relaxed state. It ruined the massage for me.

Do you have clients who are sensitive to cold? Are your clients coming in for any sort of treatment that may cause relaxation? Do you simply want to provide the most comfortable and memorable experience for each of your clients?

Bottle warmers are such an easy and effective way to keep lotions and oils at the perfect temperature to have your clients breathing sighs of relief the moment it hits their skin. From single bottle warmers all the way up to four bottle capacity, you’ll always be ready to go.

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